What is the cheapest way to get from Dufftown to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Dufftown to Portree is to bus via Nairn which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dufftown to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Dufftown to Portree is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dufftown and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Dufftown to Portree. However, there are services departing from The Clock Tower and arriving at Somerled Square via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Dufftown to Portree?

The distance between Dufftown and Portree is 175 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

How do I travel from Dufftown to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Dufftown to Portree without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 35m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Dufftown to Portree?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Dufftown to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dufftown to Portree bus from?

Dufftown to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Dufftown to Portree bus arrive?

Dufftown to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Somerled Square station.

Can I drive from Dufftown to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Dufftown to Portree is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Dufftown to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 488+ hotels available in Portree.

Dufftown to Portree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dufftown to Portree by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
6h 35m
£39–77
Bus via Nairn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
6h 49m
£27–51
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Elgin to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Squarebus 917 / ...
8h 2m
£54–110
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Dufftown to Portreecar 163.8 mi
3h 28m
£41–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
6h 55m
£30–57

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dufftown to Portree.

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Dufftown, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–45 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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